An anti-encroachment operation was also underway by Lahore Development Authority (LDA) when the blast occurred and it is unclear at the moment whether the blast had any connections to it. The old Sabzi Mandi is also situated in the area. The road has been blocked for all kind of traffic movement.

Thirteen injured have been rushed to General Hospital and six others were shifted to Jinnah Hospital. The injured were said to sustained critical wounds.

The rescue and police teams have cordoned off the blast spot and the road to the blast site has been blocked for all kind of traffic movement.